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US government partially shuts down despite last minute funding deal

The soonest the US House of Representatives can vote on the funding deal and end the shutdown is Monday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/q3im754 via IFTTT

'A great headache' - can Madueke stake claim for Arsenal and England?

The sight of Noni Madueke flying past defenders and putting dangerous crosses into the penalty will have been a welcome sight for Mikel Arteta. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dLtOgx7

Ice hockey venue unfinished days before Winter Olympics

Olympic organisers face a race against time to finish the new ice hockey arena in Milan - five days before the venue is due to host its first match. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NzcLQ2o

Ukraine sees quieter night as Trump says Putin will not attack its cities

Russia said the US president requested a pause in strikes on Kyiv until 1 February, a move Trump said was prompted by the cold weather. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CZ1cnLQ via IFTTT

Are Arsenal fans making team nervous in title race?

Is a nervousness among Arsenal fans affecting the players in the Premier League title race? Alex Howell looks at what impact this could have on Mikel Arteta's side as they look to end a run of three second-placed finishes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HpqFEI5

How English clubs got smart to dominate this season's Champions League

Premier League clubs always had the money, but now they also have the know-how they have dominated this season's Champions League. from BBC News https://ift.tt/h6un8Cz

Starbucks scraps $250,000 cap on boss's use of company jet

The coffee chain changes Brian Niccol's travel budget due to media attention and "credible threat actors". from BBC News https://ift.tt/xM5EO0l

Iran's internet is returning - but not for everyone

The country cut off internet access on 8 January following a government crackdown on protesters. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6K1PkYp via IFTTT

Cricketers banned as university club suspended over initiation

The behaviour during an event at a Cardiff pub raised "significant" concerns around student safety. from BBC News https://ift.tt/USnqmTv

Lily Allen to bring break-up album to Boardmasters festival

The singer will top the bill at the event in Cornwall in August alongside Fatboy Slim and Kasabian. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aGPEdOQ

Hadjar crashes new Red Bull in F1 testing

Newly promoted Red Bull driver Isack Hadjar crashes his car in wet conditions on the second day of Formula 1 pre-season testing. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pyBtXRL

Growing number of adults avoid booze, says NHS survey

Almost a quarter of adults in England do not drink alcohol, according to new figures from a health survey. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cnjGPTS

No sponsor, kit on order & visa wait - Scotland embrace late World Cup call

Scotland are "confident" visa issues will not prevent them arriving late for the men's T20 World Cup as chief executive Trudy Lindblade tells BBC Stumped about their "unique" preparations after a late call to the tournament. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jgVriMz

Sadie Frost says Mail put 'price on my head' for stories

The actress said she had been 'violated' by journalists allegedly hacking her phone, in her case against the paper's publisher. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KtzDil6

'They're engaged' - Rosenior continues positive start at Chelsea

Liam Rosenior has started well at Chelsea and it bodes well for the future amid ambitions to qualify for the Champions League. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2FT5eB6

How Soviet urban planning is helping Russia freeze Ukraine

Thousands of people are affected when heating plants are targeted by Russian forces. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XdhNn7R via IFTTT

Ref's 'courageous' call denies Man City penalty on Premier League debut

Referee Farai Hallam was praised for choosing not to award Manchester City a penalty against Wolves on his Premier League debut. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VNyZDos

Alleged drug kingpin and ex-Olympian Ryan Wedding arrested after years on the run

Wedding, who had been on the FBI's Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list, is accused of running a transnational drug trafficking operation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/57aLArm via IFTTT

Alleged drug kingpin and ex-Olympian Ryan Wedding arrested after years on the run

Wedding, who had been on the FBI's Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list, is accused of running a transnational drug trafficking operation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/57aLArm

Hamnet writer Maggie O'Farrell says Oscar nod 'very surreal'

Hamnet, based on the novel written by Coleraine-born Maggie O'Farrell, picks up eight Oscar nominations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/geW132a

What we know about Spain's worst rail disaster in over a decade

What caused the train to derail remains unclear but officials say an investigation has been launched. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zbjZlMH via IFTTT

Taylor Swift makes history as she joins Songwriters Hall of Fame

The US pop superstar is among nine songwriters who have been inducted into the 2026 class. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ncYLPRS

Catherine and William try curling in Stirling

The Prince and Princess of Wales also met the Team GB and Paralympics GB curling teams ahead of the Winter Olympic Games. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SAYT6ch

Jacob Alon crowned Brits Critics' Choice winner

The Scottish folk singer edges out Sienna Spiro and Rose Gray to claim the prestigious prize. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8NJYuIs

Harry says he was made 'paranoid' by Daily Mail publisher's 'unlawful' actions

The prince is one of seven high-profile claimants that allege the publisher of the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday committed "grave breaches of privacy". from BBC News https://ift.tt/YbhWUqK

How Jones went from retirement plan to career-best year

Britain's Francesca Jones was "very serious" about retiring in 2025. Instead, she enjoyed a career-best season and is now set for an Australian Open main-draw debut. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6QJDBm4

Israel pushes back on Trump's picks for executives on Gaza 'Board of Peace'

Israel says it is unhappy it was not consulted, and Palestinians have also been critical. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MtwfE7C via IFTTT

Man arrested after woman dies in street

Police believe the man arrested on suspicion of murder knew the woman who died. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sLEKyi8

Higgins defeats Trump in thriller to reach Masters final

John Higgins stuns world number one Judd Trump as he fights back from 3-0 and 5-3 down to win 6-5 and reach his first Masters final since 2021. from BBC News https://ift.tt/w8fRem2

Hamilton's Ferrari race engineer moved to new role

Lewis Hamilton's race engineer from the 2025 Formula 1 season has been moved to a new role inside Ferrari. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pVWbU6v

Life-extending prostate cancer drug to be offered to thousands in England

Abiraterone will be available in a matter of weeks and will be offered to 7,000 men a year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2uEqFr4

First leukaemia patient to get new form of treatment on NHS says it is 'very sci-fi'

Oscar Murphy has an aggressive form of the blood cancer and is the first to get CAR-T therapy in the UK. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cvBjwOz

Edinburgh & Leeds to host Tour de France starts in 2027

Edinburgh and Leeds will host the opening stages of the men's and women's Tour de France in 2027, with the UK Government saying it will be "the most accessible major sporting spectacle ever held in Britain". from BBC News https://ift.tt/Jy7Ikt9

Tehran morgue videos show the brutality of Iran's crackdown on protesters

Distressing footage reveals nearly 200 bodies with one victim identified as young as 16. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lw03WVL via IFTTT

Mahmood has no confidence in police chief after Israeli fan ban

West Midlands Police apologises for errors, but makes no comment on its chief constable's future. from BBC News https://ift.tt/I1NRg3Z

What does Trump's foreign policy mean for World Cup?

As a group of cross-party MPs calls on Fifa to consider expelling the USA from the World Cup, BBC Sport analyses what Donald Trump’s foreign policy means for the tournament. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LGbJigU

Villa and Spurs hold talks for Atletico's Gallagher

Aston Villa and Tottenham are holding talks over a move for Atletico Madrid midfielder Conor Gallagher this month. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MFUmICn

Are there 'forever chemicals' in your raincoat?

Could your skin be absorbing PFAS (Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances), also known as 'forever chemicals' through your raincoat? from BBC News https://ift.tt/45RYivW

Goals, shocks and fan power on a record-breaking FA Cup weekend

If anyone needed convincing that the FA Cup still matters, this season's record-breaking third round provided all the necessary evidence. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jEvDPyk

Arsenal beat Portsmouth thanks to Martinelli hat-trick

Gabriel Martinelli scores the first hat-trick of his senior career as an Arsenal side showing 10 changes come from a goal down to beat Championship side Portsmouth 4-1 in the FA Cup third round. from BBC News https://ift.tt/orNBgeP

Injury-time leveller leads to dramatic penalty win for Newcastle

Newcastle United and Bournemouth play out a six goal draw, after a Harvey Barnes goal in the 118th minute is cancelled out by Marcus Tavernier's equaliser just minutes later, with Newcastle ultimately progressing on penalties. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kr4coNQ

'A fabulous finish!' - Buendia gives Villa lead against struggling Spurs

Emiliano Buendia finishes off a nice team move to give Aston Villa the lead in their FA Cup third round match at Tottenham. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QILR7jp

The Week: How Does Starmer Handle Trump, Grok and What's Going On In Iran?

Anti-government protests in Iran enter their thirteenth day. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3pBQGv1

Church drops complaint about new archbishop's handling of abuse case

No further action will be taken over the complaint first made in 2020 against Dame Sarah Mullally. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jndaAFs

Former England boss Keegan diagnosed with cancer

Former England striker and manager Kevin Keegan has been diagnosed with cancer and is receiving treatment. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DQkZ65s

Semenyo to Man City deal done pending medical

Bournemouth winger Antoine Semenyo is set to have a medical after his side's game against Tottenham on Wednesday before he makes a move to Manchester City. from BBC News https://ift.tt/X0ql5Su

How Nancy's calamitous 33-day reign unfolded at Celtic

BBC Sport takes an amble through Wilfried Nancy's short tenure as Celtic manager. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QzA41Wu

Spies, drones and blowtorches: How the US captured Maduro

An extraordinary mission dubbed "Operation Absolute Resolve" saw elite troops breach the Venezuelan president's fortified compound. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SjG7cFI via IFTTT

Denmark urges 'respect' after Trump aide's wife posts on Greenland

Katie Miller's message showed an altered image of the Danish autonomous territory alongside the word "SOON". from BBC News https://ift.tt/hT1NvRk

Ten-try Northampton demolish Quins to go top

Alex Coles scores a hat-trick as Northampton run in 10 tries against Harlequins to return to the top of the Prem Rugby table. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sk7IJ0y

'Haunted Nancy detached from reality as Celtic's lights go out'

BBC Sport Scotland's chief sports writer dissects the outcome of Saturday's Old Firm defeat for Celtic. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EfuFROi

What images and videos tell us about why Swiss bar fire spread so quickly

How the blaze took hold with such ferocity, killing at least 40 people and leaving many more critically injured, is now a key focus for officials. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LhBuRrg

Bradley didn't take chance to curb 'horrific' Ryder Cup abuse - McIlroy

Rory McIlroy says that US captain Keegan Bradley "didn't" help to rein in unacceptable and abusive behaviour at last year's Ryder Cup. from BBC News https://ift.tt/y3GurDS

Paul loses WBA cruiserweight ranking after Joshua defeat

Jake Paul drops out of the WBA's cruiserweight rankings after losing his heavyweight bout against Anthony Joshua last month. from BBC News https://ift.tt/b8nr1WY

Government suspends Gabon team, bans Aubameyang and sacks coach

Gabon's sports minister announces a series of punishments after the national team's "disgraceful performance" at the Africa Cup of Nations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tm4SsNw